Kokuyo Ing vs Generation by Knoll

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

Kokuyo

Kokuyo Ing

¥119,790 – ¥183,150

≈ $750 – $1,150

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

Differences at a glance

Kokuyo IngGeneration by Knoll

Price: ¥119,790 – ¥183,150$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height: 425–515 mm (16.7–20.3 in)16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
Seat depth: 455 mm (17.9 in)15.75–18.75 in with arms, 15.75–18.25 in armless (Ultra); 15–18 in with arms, 15–17.5 in armless (Thin)
Recline: Gliding mechanism (back and seat move 360° front-back and side to side); front free tiltSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms: Arm height adjusts in 11 steps with a button; armrest rotates 60° inward (2 steps)Arm height from seat 6.625–11.125 in (Thin) / 6.125–10.625 in (Ultra); High performance arm pads adjust 2 in width (1 per arm), 1.5 in depth and pivot 45°
Warranty: Structure 10 years (purchases from Jan 1, 2023); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

From 8 Kokuyo Ing and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

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Comfort for the Kokuyo Ing, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.